This Kasumi 7" Santoku Knife is the perfect all-purpose chopping and slicing knife - ideal for cutting vegetables, garlic and much more. A very popular choice among cooks, the Santoku is easily substitute in place of a traditional Chef's knife.

Kasumi knives are made in Seki City, the heart and soul of Japanese knives and swordmaking. The Japanese maker of Kasumi knives is a specialist in working with advanced materials and the multiple layers that Damascus knives require. The middle layer of a Kasumi knife (the cutting layer) is made from top quality VG10 steel (short for V-Gold #10). The Kasumi knives have 16 layers of stainless steel carefully applied for stick resistance, rust resistance and durability. As an added bonus, Japanese Damascus style knives look striking. The handle made from a plastic resin-impregnated wood and riveted to the tang. We recommend hand washing and drying for all top quality knives, including Kasumi knives.